Kolkata Knight Riders Triumph in Thrilling Super Over Against Lucknow Super Giants
Rinku, Narine win KKR error-strewn Super Over game
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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a dramatic Super Over after both teams scored 155 runs in regulation play. Rinku Singh's stellar performance, including an unbeaten 83 runs, and Sunil Narine's bowling sealed the victory for KKR in Kolkata, India.
- 01Rinku Singh scored an unbeaten 83 runs off 51 balls, his highest in T20s.
- 02Mohsin Khan took five wickets for LSG, marking his first five-for in T20 cricket.
- 03The match featured a dramatic Super Over where KKR successfully defended their score.
- 04Lucknow needed 17 runs from the last over but managed to tie the game with a last-ball six.
- 05Rinku Singh contributed significantly with four catches, including a crucial one in the Super Over.
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In a thrilling encounter, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) edged out the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a Super Over after both teams finished with 155 runs. Rinku Singh was the star for KKR, scoring 83 not out off 51 balls, including a remarkable 26 runs in the final over of their innings. LSG's Mohsin Khan shone with the ball, taking five wickets and putting KKR on the back foot early in the match. Despite needing 17 runs from the last over, LSG managed to tie the game, thanks to Mohammed Shami's last-ball six. The Super Over saw Sunil Narine take two wickets, leading KKR to victory as Rinku sealed the win with a boundary. This match showcased both teams' resilience and highlighted Rinku's all-around contributions, including four catches.
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This victory boosts KKR's morale and standings in the tournament, enhancing the excitement for local fans in Kolkata.
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